How much does Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in Arkansas?

Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) · CPT 63030 · State: Arkansas

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $7,180, with most between $5,938 and $7,244 ($3,813 cash/self-pay). Based on 15 Arkansas hospitals — 10% higher than the national typical of $6,514. Hospital list charges run about $15,251 (2.1× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$7,180
Arkansas · $5,938–$7,244
Cash / self-pay
$3,813
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$15,251
2.1× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 15 Arkansas hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in Arkansas — FAQs

How much does a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $7,180, with most between $5,938 and $7,244, based on 15 Arkansas hospitals. That's 10% higher than the national typical of $6,514.

How much does a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost without insurance in Arkansas?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) in Arkansas run around $3,813. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $15,251), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my Arkansas hospital bill for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) so high?

Arkansas hospital "list" charges for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) run about $15,251 — roughly 2.1× the $7,180 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) in Arkansas?

Yes. If a Arkansas hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $7,180), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real Arkansas hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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